Provided tactical military intelligence system support and overwatch for both second brigade and first brigade in the First Infantry Division, to include DCGS-A, Prophet Spiral, Trojan Spirit, Trojan Spirit Lite, Trojan Spirit, DTSS, and TGS.

Rob Ratcliffe is currently assigned as a C-17 GISP (Globemaster III Integrated Sustainment Program) operations project manager. Prior to assuming his current responsibilities, he was assigned to similar project management positions on the KC-135 PDM (Programmed Depot Maintenance) and KC-135 GATM (Global Air Traffic Management) Programs. Ratcliffe joined Boeing in March 1999 after leaving the United States Air Force. While in the United States Air Force, Ratcliffe held various leadership positions in aircraft maintenance, weapon system acquisition, logistics plans, and human resource management. He worked as a System Program Office (SPO) acquisition manager on two major research and development programs (i.e., the B-1 Lancer and the C-17 Globemaster III). Ratcliffe is a former member of the Department of Defense (DOD) Acquisition Corps and is a Certified Acquisition Professional holding the highest DOD professional certifications (Level III) in two specialization areas -- Program Management (1994) and Acquisition Logistics (1992).

Instructor, Radio Fundamentals Course

Start Date: 2007-07-01End Date: 2015-03-06

Instructed entry-level Marines in their primary Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) for ground communication repair. Provided instruction on basic function of ground radio communication equipment and troubleshooting to include voltage and signal flow, common symptoms of faulty electronics components, proper use of test equipment, and safety procedures. Educated students of their career path.

Chief Engineer Officer

Start Date: 2001-08-01End Date: 2004-03-02

Senior Officer responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and economical operations, maintenance and repair to all hull, mechanical and electrical systems/equipment on board a nuclear powered aircraft carrier while providing leadership, direction, counseling, training, and administration to a 350 person department. Set standards in engineering/damage control categories for aircraft carriers; training, material condition, organization, operational readiness, and integrated operation. Managed, coordinated, and executed the first Nimitz class refueling complex overhaul post shakedown availability (RCOH PSA) involving three repair organizations, over 130,000 man-days of work achieving a cost performance of 0.98 for an over $70M availability with a direct savings of over 1.4M. Planned and commenced the post Operation Iraqi Freedom Planned Incremental Availability (PIA) largest CVN work package (up to that date) done in San Diego $140M contractor work package and $10M ship’s force work package.

Quality Assurance Officer

Start Date: 1995-06-01End Date: 1998-08-03

Directly involved in the successful standup of the CNAL Nuclear Maintenance Training Group. Assisted in the development of the Joint Fleet Quality Assurance (QA) Manual and conducted audits and training assist visits that successfully implemented it onboard all CVN’s in the Atlantic Fleet raising QA effectiveness on CVNs. Concurred in waterfront maintenance procedures and coordinated with ships for the most efficient execution and the preferred liaison for NAVSEA08, Shipyards, and prime contractors. Leader in process improvement initiatives providing innovative and practical improvements for Carrie Team One process reviews of maintenance training and lessons learned.

I am a hardworker, willing and able learner who enjoys being part of an exceptional maintenance team. When preparing and completing a maintenance activity, to make sure that the job is done correctly the first time and efficiently. A motivator to make sure that any mission that I am apart of to be completed soundly and safely.

Senior Electronics Laboratory Technician

Start Date: 2007-11-01End Date: 2013-05-05

Senior testing, validation and characterization technician. Tested high speed equalizers and transmitters for active copper cables. Ensured that parts met specifications for stable operation over a wide range of test cases to include the nominal settings, extreme heat, cold, and variations in power supply voltage/current. Compiled raw test data for design engineers to use in validating their designs.

Carpenter

Start Date: 1996-04-01End Date: 1999-05-03

Carpenter in all aspects of framing, roofing, siding, window installation. Skilled in the use of all power tools. Build new homes, additions and re-modeling. Includes dry wall, electrical installation, and minor plumbing installation.